Focus
Locked away in cell They could not break him He Stretched Exercised Meditated Whispered to himself Positive affirmations Two years in the cage Sculpting a…
Illusive Tranquility
The baby From the moment of birth Will each day Lose a bit of the tranquil mind Until it is gone forever And Then it…
Anxiety & Depression Beasts
Nibbling On Asian History & Philosophy Series Source: The Zen Teaching Of Bodhidharma Translated By Red Pine ” When delusions are absent, the…
Fly Away On A Natural High Carpet Ride
Nibbling On Asian History & Philosophy Series Source: Zen Buddhism In The 20th Century By: Heinrich Dumoulin Translated By Joseph S. O’Leary “The…
Looking Back | Three Favorite Haiku Poems By The Hermit Poet #1
1st published 12/25/2014 Eiheiji Temple Meditating on cold floor Candles burn slowly Copyright© Edge of Humanity LLC 2020 If my poetry helped,…
Link To Outstanding Website On Hermit Lifestyle | How To Be A Hermit #4
For those of you interested in hermit information, here is a link to a website named Hermitary that is full of information on all the…
How To Be A Hermit #3
Nibbling On Asian History & Philosophy Series Source: Taoism: The Road To Immortality By: John Blofeld “Under the cliff lives an ancient recluse;…
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the world changed days become weeks sometimes month or two the Hermit Poet turned his back works his garden meditating living in his sinking…
Body & Mind
Nibbling On Asian History & Philosophy Series Source: The New Encyclopedia of Modern Bodybuilding By Arnold Schwarzenegger ” The human body was…
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leaves fall daily endless raking I learn patience Copyright© Edge of Humanity LLC 2020 If my poetry helped, entertained, or moved you, please…
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dark room everyone gone I turn off the switch to my mind Copyright© Edge of Humanity LLC 2020 If my poetry helped,…
Smile
Nibbling On Asian History & Philosophy Series Source: Awaken Healing Energy Through The Tao By Mantak Chia “In ancient China, the Taoists taught…
Who Is The Boss?
Nibbling On Asian History & Philosophy Series Source: Kundalini Yoga as taught by Yogi Bhajan By Shakta Kaur Khalsa “The yogi developed their…
Zazen
Nibbling On Asian History & Philosophy Series Source: The Wholehearted Way A Translation of Eihei Dogan’s Bendowa Translated by Shohaku Okumura and Taigen Daniel…
Flat Lake
Nibbling On Asian History & Philosophy Series Source: The Essential Teachings Of Zen Master Hakuin (1686-1769) Translated By Norman Waddell “If you want…
No Thought
Nibbling On Asian History & Philosophy Series Source: Qigong Meditation Embryonic Breathing By: Dr. Yang, Jwing-Ming Confucius said: ” Only knowing (how to)…
Inner Strength
Nibbling On Asian History & Philosophy Series Source: The Kung Fu Book of Wisdom Sage Advice From The Original TV Series By Herbie J…
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birds sing distant church bell rings I just imagine these things enjoying “The Peace” Copyright© Edge of Humanity LLC 2019 If my poetry…
Finding The Way
Nibbling On Asian History & Philosophy Series Source: Classics of Buddhism And Zen Volume Two (Zen Reader) Page 129 The Collected Translations Of Thomas Cleary…
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It was early morning along the Ganges River in Varanasi India. I took this photograph of a man wrapped in a saffron color robe, meditating…
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Outside just distractions Mind only true confrontation Delusion battles reality STOP Savor Tranquility Copyright© Edge of Humanity LLC 2019 If my poetry…
Zen Meditation
This black marble Buddha in my garden displays serenity. When I’m also meditating, I feel at peace with myself and all that surrounds me. …
Meditation Technique #3
I love to sometimes perform meditation using a chanting CD by Deva Premal. I use the first track on the disk for my meditation, but the…
Meditation Technique #2
This meditation technique that I practice is not the most orthodox or traditional, but it works mighty fine for me. I’m dressed in a very soft…
Meditation Technique #1
I have a personal form of meditation which is very effective for relieving my stress. I sit on a cushion, eyes closed, in a half lotus…
The Elusive Zen Mind
The cliff divers of Acapulco Mexico have nerves of steel and are extremely focused when performing their extraordinary aerobatic dives off the edge of the mountain,…
Compassion & The Struggles of Today’s Life
Nibbling On Asian History & Philosophy Series Source: By: Pema Chodron From the book: When Things Fall Apart | Heart Advice for Difficult Times…
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Desire=Suffering Daily craving Meditation Listen to gong 1-2 hours long Confused Mind savors simple food | KINDLE Ebook | Travels With The Hermit Poet | Stories…
Are You Having Trouble Falling Asleep? | Meditation Gong CD By Harijiwan
I meditate with this CD before going to bed, starting to fall asleep within around 20 minutes, and then sleep like a rock. “In Yogic Science, The…
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August night Tropical garden Soft Easterly Atlantic Ocean breeze Lighting small candles Surrounding Black marble Buddha I begin to meditate * Find More Poetry HERE …
Music | The Gyuto Monks | Freedom Chants From The Roof Of The World
This chanting was selected from the Hermit Poet’s Music Collection. To listen on YouTube click HERE. Worldwide, Timeless & Diverse See our Complete…
Book Review | Zen In The Art Of Archery By Eugen Herrigel
Dedication! Dedication! Dedication! During the 1920’s, Eugen Herrigel, a German professor of philosophy, dedicated six years learning archery in Tokyo, Japan. He studied Kyudo (the art…
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blowing bubbles popping them with a pin practicing zazen * Find More Poetry HERE BACK TO HOME PAGE Copyright© Edge of Humanity LLC 2018…
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rain stopped lighting incense stick lying on my back on tatami mat slowly breathing in and out listening to frogs and crickets * Find More…
Book Review-Kung Fu Meditations & Chinese Proverbial Wisdom Selections Adapted By Ellen Kei Hua and Calligraphy & Illustrations By MAKY
Kung Fu Meditations & Chinese Proverbial Wisdom is only around 125 pages, but is full of timeless knowledge. The book focuses on the Tao and covers…
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Sit Face wall Feed Chipper Voyage to insignificant place Copyright© Edge of Humanity LLC 2017
Music-Sacred Chants Of Shiva From The Banks Of The Ganges By Singers Of The Art Of Living – Craig Pruess
This Cd was selected from the Hermit Poet’s Music Collection. To listen to the first track Shiva Manas Puja on YouTube CLICK HERE. …
Music-Sacred Chants Of Buddha Music For Meditation CD By Craig Pruess
This CD was selected from the Hermit Poet’s Music Collection. To listen to the first tract ” Vajra Guru Mantra” on YouTube CLICK HERE.…
New Yorkers & The Beauty Of Zen
Photographer A. Jesse Jiryu Davis, is the Edge of Humanity Magazine contributor of these images. These photographs are from his project ‘New York Zen‘. To see…
Haiku #183
Watching dry waterfall No running water just rocks Bird rests his mind Back to HOME PAGE Copyright© Edge of Humanity LLC 2016
Searching For Zen
Photographer Mitja Kobal is the Edge of Humanity Magazine contributor of these images. These photographs are from his project ‘Yoga & Meditation‘. To see Mitja’s body…
Haiku #4
Eiheiji Temple Meditating on cold floor Candles burn slowly Back to HOME PAGE Copyright© Edge of Humanity LLC 2014
The Bench – My Very Close Friend Part#2
Previously published article with added images. People come to use the vacant bench to sit and rest their tired bones. “Good Morning!” Said the second occupant…
Man And The Ocean
I sometimes like treating myself to a very special non- materialistic experience. When I’m feeling over worked, stressed and burnt out with the modern fast…